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European Larch |
Name
European Larch (Larix decidua)
Type
Softwood.
Other Names
Also known as European larch, common larch, lark, and
tamarack.
Sources
Grows in Europe and southeast Asia.
Appearance
Typically straight, but sometimes spiral grained with a
fine, uniform texture. Pale red to brick red heartwood
and narrow, pale yellow sapwood. Growth rings well
defined.
Physical Props
Moderately heavy and hard with moderate stiffness,
bending strength, crushing strength, and decay
resistance. Very stable in service.
Working Props
Works fairly easily with hand or machine tools but knots
may blunt cutting edges and cause chip-out. Glues
satisfactorily. Pre-drilling required for screwing or
nailing. Accepts paints, stains, and finishes well.
Uses
Used primarily for utility poles, pilings, pit props, and
stakes. Also used for boat planking, flooring, bridge
construction, railway sleepers, exterior joinery, clogs,
shingles, siding, trim, stair rails, plywood, paneling, and
decorative veneers.
Comments
Japanese larch has very similar properties.
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